Abnormal level of blood mineral
ICD-10 R79.0 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of abnormal level of blood mineral.
R79.0 refers to abnormal levels of minerals in the blood, which can indicate various underlying health issues. Common minerals measured include calcium, potassium, sodium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Abnormal levels can manifest as hypercalcemia, hypocalcemia, hyperkalemia, hypokalemia, hypernatremia, hyponatremia, and others. Symptoms may vary widely depending on the specific mineral involved and the degree of abnormality. For instance, hyperkalemia can lead to cardiac arrhythmias, while hypocalcemia may present with muscle cramps and tetany. Laboratory findings are crucial for diagnosis, often requiring serum tests to quantify mineral levels. The clinical context is essential, as these abnormalities can arise from dietary deficiencies, endocrine disorders, renal dysfunction, or medication effects. Accurate diagnosis and management depend on identifying the specific mineral imbalance and its etiology.
Detailed lab results, clinical history, and any relevant symptoms must be documented.
Patients presenting with fatigue, muscle weakness, or arrhythmias requiring mineral level assessment.
Consideration of chronic conditions affecting mineral levels, such as renal disease or endocrine disorders.
Acute care documentation must include immediate lab results and clinical findings.
Patients with acute symptoms like chest pain or altered mental status requiring rapid assessment of mineral levels.
Rapid identification of life-threatening conditions related to mineral imbalances, such as hyperkalemia.
Used to assess multiple blood minerals including calcium and potassium.
Document the specific tests performed and results.
Internal medicine may require more detailed documentation of chronic conditions affecting mineral levels.
Common minerals include calcium, potassium, sodium, magnesium, and phosphorus, each with specific normal ranges and clinical implications for abnormalities.
